The blog of Peirce College, located in Philadelphia, features coverage of continuing education, degree programs, and online learning for working adults interested in earning bachelor's degrees in business, information technology, healthcare, and paralegal studies. It also includes associate and graduate degree education information.

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

No matter how large or small, every scholarship amount can help make earning a degree more affordable.

And chances are, you’re eligible for more scholarships than you think. Your school, local businesses or organizations you’re involved in, your employer, your heritage -- many of these open doors to small scholarships.

Don’t miss out on these opportunities that are right at your fingertips! A recent Wall Street Journal article by reporter Emily Glazer talks about how students are finding that smaller scholarships can be a big help when it comes to financing their education.

Who can apply? New applicants or current Peirce College students seeking their bachelor’s degree who have fewer than 15 credits

How much? Up to $10,000

Deadline: Oct. 31, 2011

Interested? Read on for the full competition guidelines to make sure you complete the necessary elements to be considered.

To enter, each candidate must submit a scholarship review package consisting of the following:

An essay: In an essay titled, “My career aspirations and reasons for pursuing a degree at Peirce College,” candidates must answer the following four questions:

Why Peirce?

Why are you interested in pursuing your degree?

What program of study do you want to pursue?

How do you believe a degree will help you succeed in your career?

Please include information about prior academic success, work or internship experience, and/or community service as appropriate. Format guidelines: Your essay should be two to three pages, double spaced, Times New Roman font, 12-point font size, with one-inch top, bottom, and side margins.